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A bill limiting the circulation of single-use plastics was passed unanimously in the Senate today.
Mischa Fubler, the Junior Minister of Public Works and Environment, said the Single-Use Plastics Act …

News / Royal Gazette

Consultation launched to address wage disparities

May 20, 2026

A consultation process has been launched to strengthen labour protections and advance fairness within Bermuda’s labour market, the Upper House heard today.
Lauren Bell, the Junior Minister of Economy …

News / Royal Gazette

Police to hold sobriety checks over long weekend

May 20, 2026

Police will operate roadside sobriety checkpoints over the Bermuda Day weekend in the wake of the announcement of three road deatrhs this week.
Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police Arthur Glasford…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

EU Commission finds treatment of Gaza flotilla activists unacceptable

May 20, 2026

Israeli police forced activists who were aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla to kneel on the ground in rows with their hands tied behind their backs while Ben-Gvir

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Former Cuban President Raul Castro charged with murder in US

May 20, 2026

The indictment against Castro, returned in federal court in Miami on April 23, charges him with one count of conspiracy to kill U.S. nationals, four counts of m

News / Royal Gazette

Road alignment work to impact East End transport

May 20, 2026

Road alignment works tied to the replacement of an ageing East End bridge will begin on Monday with the installation of a detour route, the Ministry of Public Works and Environment said.
The work will…

News / Royal Gazette

BTA names new chief executive

May 20, 2026

A global tourism leader with more than two decades of experience has been appointed chief executive of the Bermuda Tourism Authority.
Jan Hutton, who worked in various roles in the Middle East, Africa…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Police make urgent appeal to road users: ‘Slow down’

May 20, 2026

Eight fatalities so far this year exceeds the statistical norm

Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police, Arthur Glasford, Operations – “The Berm

Business / Royal Gazette

Butterfield shares jump 1.5%

May 20, 2026

The Royal Gazette/BSX Index was unchanged on 3,540.87 in the absence of trading activity on the Bermuda Stock Exchange today.
The US-listed shares of Butterfield Bank climbed 84 cents, or 1.51 per cen…

Business / Royal Gazette

KPMG strengthens healthcare advisory team in Bermuda

May 20, 2026

KPMG in Bermuda has strengthened its healthcare consulting team in Bermuda as it introduces an island-focused approach to mental health.
Penelope Johnstone has rejoined KPMG in Bermuda as a manager in…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

New Bermuda Tourism Authority CEO announced

May 20, 2026

Global tourism executive, Jan Hutton, has been named by the Bermuda Tourism Authority as its newest CEO

Full news release from the Bermuda Tourism Autho

Government / Official Gazette

BOARD AMENDMENT TO GN0231/2026 PHARMACY COUNCIL

May 20, 2026

Boards and Committees 2026 Board: PHARMACY COUNCIL – AMENDMENT TO GN0231/2026Regulation Act: Pharmacy and Poisons Act 1979 The Minister of Health is pleased to make the following appointments with effect from 1st January 2026, under the applicable Legislation unless otherwise indicated. Members being appointed

News / Royal Gazette

Police appeal for witnesses to ‘suspicious’ boat fire

May 20, 2026

Police are seeking the public’s help in providing relevant information regarding a fire which destroyed a vessel near Barr’s Bay Park in Hamilton on March 30.
A spokesman said a suspect — described as…

News / Royal Gazette

Launch of data collection for 2026 Census

May 20, 2026

Data collection for the 2026 Census of Population begins tomorrow, the Senate heard this morning.
Bermuda’s last census was conducted in 2016, when the island’s population was just below 64,000.
Laure…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

US group says Starbucks plastic cups marked recyclable end up in trash

May 20, 2026

Vermont-based Beyond Plastics attached location trackers to 36 single-use polypropylene cups earlier this year and placed them in recycling bins inside Starbuck

News / TNN

TNN NEWS LIVE: “State of

May 20, 2026

TNN NEWS LIVE: “State of Affairs” on The Road with The Minister of Public Works and Environmental the Hon. Jache Adams

News / TNN

TNN NEWS LIVE: “State of

May 20, 2026

TNN NEWS LIVE: “State of Affairs” on The Road with The Minister of Public Works and Environmental the Hon. Jache Adams

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Britain plans to let parliament approve key energy, infrastructure projects, Treasury says

May 20, 2026

“For too long, vital infrastructure delivery has been delayed by judicial reviews of projects,” a Treasury spokesperson said in a statement

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Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Police seek six-foot suspect in boat fire probe

May 20, 2026

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Bermuda Police Service (BPS) inquiries continue regarding a suspicious boat fire that occurred around 12:30am Monday, 30th Ma

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

EU paves way to finalise US trade deal and avoid Trump tariff hike

May 20, 2026

Nearly 10 months since that framework accord, the European Parliament and the Council, the body representing EU governments, agreed on a legislative text to all

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK extends fuel duty cut to ease Iran war inflation squeeze

May 20, 2026

The cut of 5 pence per litre had been due to expire in September but the government said it would extend it after the Iran war caused global oil prices to leap

News / Royal Gazette

Allshores, DailyMale announce partnership

May 20, 2026

A recent donation will help a health charity continue to provide free screenings throughout the island.
A statement said Allshores is providing $270,000 to the DailyMale over three years.
The donation…

News / TNN

Fifty-eight-year-old Pembroke resident Junius Caines

May 20, 2026

Fifty-eight-year-old Pembroke resident Junius Caines caused a major disruption in Magistrates’ Court today after appearing before Magistrate Maria Sofianos for mention on multiple charges, including three counts of burglary and one count of prowling.

News / TNN

TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Press Conference

May 20, 2026

TNN FACEBOOK LIVE: Press Conference with The AG Kim Wilkerson

Business / Royal Gazette

BSX ups dominant stake in ILS

May 20, 2026

Total catastrophe bond and insurance-linked security listings on the Bermuda Stock Exchange exceeded $68.5 billion in the first-quarter of year, as the BSX further grew an already dominant market shar…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Ebbin and Tulane flying high as Eastern National Semis get underway

May 20, 2026

The prestigious College Open Eastern National Semifinals are officially underway, with South Florida playing host to a fiercely competitive 420 Fleet. Sailors f

Business / Royal Gazette

MS Re’s net profit rises to $415m

May 20, 2026

Global reinsurer MS Reinsurance announced today that it produced a net profit of $415 million after tax for the year ended 2025, compared to $346 million for the year ended 2024.
The company, which ha…

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Cumbermack endures weekend of heartbreak at Donington Park

May 20, 2026

It was a weekend of high drama and ultimate frustration for Jediah Cumbermack at Donington Park, as a promising outing in the 1p Mobile Junior Sportbike Nationa

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Goater: Guardiola’s Manchester City legacy is ‘mind-blowing’

May 20, 2026

Manchester City and Bermuda international legend Shaun Goater has labeled Pep Guardiola’s achievements at the Etihad Stadium as “simply mind-blowing” amid mount

News / Royal Gazette

Man in contempt of court for threat on magistrate

May 20, 2026

A man was found in contempt of court this morning after he threatened to punch a magistrate.
Junius Caines constantly interrupted magistrate Maria Sofianos and insulted the Legal Aid Office when he ap…

News / Royal Gazette

Assessment confirms staffing shortages plague prisons

May 20, 2026

An independent review of Bermuda’s prisons found “notable inconsistency in policy and practice”, particularly at Westgate, with “weakness” in recruitment of staff and insufficient investment in infras…

Royal Gazette / Sport

Promotion for Warwick but relegation for PHC

May 20, 2026

Warwick Workmen’s Club and nearby rivals PHC endured mixed fortunes at PHC Field on Sunday.
There was jubilation in the Warwick camp after they clinched promotion to the T20 Premier Division with a ga…

Business / Royal Gazette

Chubb Bermuda announces two leadership appointments

May 20, 2026

Chubb Bermuda announced two leadership appointments.
Robert Spurling has been named head of financial lines, Chubb Bermuda. Mr Spurling currently serves as senior vice-president, financial lines under…

Bernews / Sport

Traffic Notice For IronKids Event In June

May 20, 2026

The Ministry of Public Works and Environment advises the public of “temporary traffic restrictions to accommodate the Clarien Bank Bermuda Triathlon Association Ironkids Event on Saturday, 13 June 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.” A Government spokesperson said, “The event will take place along roads between Clearwater and Southside, including the bicycle race route …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Bermuda Monetary Authority names new COO and CTO

May 20, 2026

The Bermuda Monetary Authority has announced two senior executive appointments aimed at strengthening its leadership team and advancing digital transformation i

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Royal Bermuda Regiment conduct Public Order Training in UK

May 20, 2026

Troops from the Royal Bermuda Regiment are sharpening their public order response skills during a major overseas training exercise in Kent, England.

More tha

News / TNN

For the second time this

May 20, 2026

For the second time this week, Port Royal Primary School has reportedly been closed due to a shortage of teachers.

Bernews / Sport

SailGP To Return To Bermuda In May 2027

May 20, 2026

SailGP has officially confirmed that the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix will return to Bermuda in 2027, bringing the championship’s high-speed F50 catamarans back to the Great Sound as part of its expanded global racing calendar. A spokesperson said, “SailGP, the world’s most exciting racing on water, will return to Bermuda next year with …

Bernews / News

Jeremy Shrubb Named OBA Interim Chairman

May 20, 2026

Jeremy Shrubb has been appointed interim chairman of the OBA, replacing William Soares, with former Senator Maurice Foley named the new co-deputy chair. A spokesperson said, “Jeremy Shrubb has been appointed the new interim chairman of the One Bermuda Alliance with immediate effect. “In September 2025, Mr Shrubb was elected as party deputy co-chair at …

Bernews / Business

Mereo Move Into Excess Casualty Insurance

May 20, 2026

Mereo Insurance Limited announced a renewal rights transaction with Everen Specialty Ltd., a member of the Everen Group, for ESL’s Excess Casualty Energy portfolio. A spokesperson said, “Under the transaction, Mereo will become the insurance carrier on a go-forward basis for both new and renewed business effective June 1, 2026. ESL’s underwriting team and underwriting …

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

Residents urged to prioritise safety this Bermuda Day

May 20, 2026

A joint news conference outlining security plans for Friday’s Bermuda Day Holiday was held on Tuesday

Bermuda Day 2026 is shaping up to be one for the bo

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Melissa Looby named new President of Bermuda Half Marathon Derby

May 20, 2026

The Bermuda Half Marathon Derby has announced the appointment of Melissa Looby as its new President, effective May 22, 2026.

Ms. Looby succeeds Dr. Gina

Bernews / Sport

Ryan Outerbridge On Bermuda Day Race

May 20, 2026

[Written by Stephen Wright] Ryan Outerbridge hopes to go one better and win his maiden Bermuda Day Half-Marathon Derby title after finishing runner-up in the past two races. Outerbridge finished second to Sean Trott last year in 1hr 15min 40sec after placing behind Lamont Marshall in 2024 in 1:14:44. “I’ve fallen just short the past …

Bernews / Sport

Dominique Mayho On Bermuda Day Cycling Race

May 20, 2026

[Written by Stephen Wright] Record champion Dominique Mayho will return to the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race on Friday [May 22] after a two-year absence. Mayho, a six-time winner, missed the 2024 race because of overseas commitments and last year competed in the Bermuda Half-Marathon Derby for the first time. He said he is approaching this …

News / TNN

As Bermuda prepares for another

May 20, 2026

As Bermuda prepares for another festive holiday weekend, police patrols will be increased across the island, with road sobriety checkpoints expected to be in full operation in an effort to combat one of the country’s most persistent and dangerous problems — drinking and driving.

Government / Official Gazette

Marriage Officer: DANDY BINGGAN TRAJE

May 20, 2026

APPOINTMENT OF MARRIAGE OFFICER Pursuant to the provisions of the Marriage Act 1944, the Minister of Economy and Labour, on the 18th day of May 2026 licensed Rev. Dandy Binggan Traje, C.P. as a Marriage Officer, hereby enabling him to perform marriage ceremonies in Bermuda.

Government / Official Gazette

CLERK TO THE LEGISLATURE

May 20, 2026

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. ACTING APPOINTMENT CLERK TO THE LEGISLATURE

Government / Official Gazette

PERMANENT SECRETARY MINISTRY OF TOURISM AND TRANSPORT CULTURE AND SPORT

May 20, 2026

GOVERNMENT NOTICE NO. ACTING APPOINTMENT PERMANENT SECRETARY MINISTRY OF TOURISM AND TRANSPORT, CULTURE AND SPORT

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK rules out mandatory supermarket price caps

May 20, 2026

Prime Minister Keir Starmer, facing potential leadership challenges after a heavy local election defeat this month, is pushing departments to shield households

Bermuda Broadcasting / News

UK house prices showed no growth in year to March, ONS says

May 20, 2026

It marked the weakest reading since the year to April 2024

International News via Reuters:

British house prices were flat in the 12 months to March